Unique conference in Florence for the future of adult learning and education

The Revitalizing Adult Continuing Education for Positive Social Changes and Personal Fulfillment Conference on 7-9 November 2024 was the first large-scale conference ever organized by the International Adult and Continuing Education Hall of Fame in partnership with 22 major adult education organizations in Europe and North America, along with 15 relevant journals. A total of 150 participants from 26 countries attended the conference. This event was truly unique, departing from traditional formats and bringing together the world’s leading professionals and organizations in adult and continuing education to engage in meaningful discussions, explore potential collaborations, and launch new projects and initiatives that will drive the field forward. The 28th Induction Ceremony was the highlight of the conference. 18 brilliant adult and continuing learning professionals from 14 countries across America, Africa and Europe were inducted into the International Adult and Continuing Education Hall of Fame. These professionals have made significant contributions and inspiring initiatives to the development and promotion of adult learning and continuing education, as well as to advocate universal access to high-quality adult learning and education.